Korean Aussie Beef Lettuce Cups with Kimchi

  • Prep time 10Min
  • Cook time 15Min
  • Technique Grill
  • Meat Beef
  • Cut Ground
  • Serves 4

Were lettuce cups the ridgy-didge taco in Asia? Make these with gluten-free soy or tamari and the whole dish is gluten-free.

Ingredients

For the Beef:

  • 1.3 pounds minced Aussie Grassfed Beef
  • 2 tsp Ginger, finely grated
  • 1 tsp Garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 sprigs Spring Onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tsp Sugar

For the Lettuce Cups:

  • 8 trimmed Iceberg Lettuce Leaves
  • 1/2 cup Kimchi, chopped
  • Tomato slices
  • Sesame seeds to taste

Method

For the beef: Mix the beef with the ginger, garlic, spring onion, soy sauce and sugar. Form into 8 long patties and brush with vegetable oil.

To cook: Preheat a ridged chargrill or barbeque to moderately high and cook the patties for 3 minutes each side or until cooked to your liking. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes, covering loosely with foil.

To serve: Place the patties in the lettuce cups and top with the kimchi to taste. Serve with tomato slices and a sprinkling of sesame seeds.

Chef Notes:

  • For an authentic Korean take, try using blanched and chilled cabbage leaves instead of lettuce cups.
  • Uncooked beef patties can be prepared up to a few hours ahead and refrigerated until needed.